Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity

Exam Board - OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical

The nature of the course:

A Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in Sport and Physical Activity is equivalent to 1 A level. This course will be delivered over 2 years. The course is taught through the completion of 5 different units. Assessment includes coursework and two externally assessed units.

 

Course components:

The Mandatory units are:

Body Systems and the effects of Physical Activity (Externally Assessed)

Sports Coaching and Activity Leadership.

Sports Organisation and Development (Externally Assessed)

 These units make up 66.6% of the qualification

 

Students will also study optional units from the following list (these units are yet to be confirmed by the PE staff)

Performance Analysis in Sport and Exercise

Organisation of Sports Events

Biomechanics and Movement Analysis

Physical Activity for Specific Groups

Nutrition and Diet for Sport and Exercise

Sports Injuries and rehabilitation

Practical Skills in Sport and Physical Activities

Sports and Exercise Psychology

Sport and Exercise Sociology

 

Future pathways:

Sport & Physical Activity Level 3 Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate can lead on to careers in:

• PE Teaching

• Coaching

• Personal Training

• Sports Development